Depending on the cut thickness, axial MRI images may display the root tear (Figure 3). ... A MRI with abundant fat, horizontal medial meniscal tear and medial meniscus root tear is shown (b).

The medial meniscus may need to be surgically repaired if the tear is above Grade 2 (on a 1 to 4 scale). Common surgery types include arthroscopic repair, partial meniscectomy, and total meniscectomy.

Q. I am a 40-year-old active recreational athlete. I work out at the gym at least three days a week and play soccer on the weekends. About three months ago, I felt a pop in my left knee while playing.

A 24-year-old male professional soccer player sustained an acute twisting injury during match play. He presented 1 week later and reported having acute right knee swelling and the inability to ...